January has been a dreary start to the year, and for me, all I want is to snuggle up each morning with a hot breakfast. But lets be honest, some days porridge just doesn't cut it. Tea and cookies on the other hand... Perfect!
Ok, I admit it's not the healthiest option, but eaten when gooey and warm from the oven, I dare you to resist! Luckily these require only a few things that will probably be in your cupboards already. For a cereal bar alternative or a change from the late night dairy milk snacking, my super simple recipe is below...
You will need:
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup plain flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Vanilla or cinnamon (I used a teaspoonful of each, but feel free to add raisins or chocolate chips too)
- 1 cup sugar (preferably brown but I'd run out)
- 1/4 cup oats
If healthier/less processed sugar and flour is used, these can become guilt free!
How to
- Pre-heat your oven to 170c.
- In a large bowl mix the peanut butter with the sugar using a wooden spoon until they form a thick paste.
- Add all the other ingredients and mix into a dough (Add a splash of water to bind it together).
- Roll into balls and pop onto a lined baking tray, keep them spread out as they will grow! Using a fork press down lightly on the top of each cookie before putting them on to bake for 8-11 minutes.
Leave them to cool for ten minutes to firm up then try not to eat them all at once...
These treats do actually have some health benefits, just in case you needed further convincing to give them a go!
Peanut butter: The following perks only apply to peanut butter which doesn't have any salt or other artificial ingredients, I get mine in bulk here as it's cheaper than smaller jars. Rich in protein and healthy fats, peanut butter keeps you fuller for longer and helps to repair muscles after exercise (round of applause for anyone finding motivation to workout in this weather!)
Oats: These provide an energy boost for those early morning lectures and are high in fibre to help digestion. Cheap and cheerful!
Cinnamon: Not only a delicious spice, but can help lower and regulate blood sugar to help with those midday slumps... It's not just me, right?
I hope you try this recipe and enjoy the weekend!
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